Constable Heather Montgomery of the Vancouver Police Department attended Henry Hudson today to speak to intermediate and seniors children and parents about the timely topic of internet safety. The presentation was informative, interactive and lively offering kids and parents practical tips such as:

• do not allow a computer or other device in your child’s bedroom;
• know what your child is doing and who they are interacting with online;
• be mindful before posting pictures of yourself or others (a bad posting is forever);
• have a designated parent or adult whom the child can speak to about internet safety issues as they arise.

Parent Resources for Internet Safety–General Information

These resources are of a general nature and were not provided by the VPD, but researched from the Internet.
Centre for Digital and Media Literacy
Canada’s Center for Digital and Media Literacy – tips on how to keep safe and secure online, with extra tips for parents to use. Addressing topics like cyberbullying, body image, safety, and privacy.
Internet Safety
Common Sense Media
Some materials for parents to consult regarding online safety concerns, and some common-sense approaches for dealing with problems.
10 Tips for Internet Safety
This blog posting has 10 tips for parents to think about when talking with their children about Internet safety.

List of resources put together by MediaSmarts

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